On September 12, 2025, Captain Bryan W. Ballard, Federal Fire Fighter at Naval Support Activity- Portsmouth, was commended for his decisive action and response to a life-threatening medical emergency while he was off duty and on a flight from Washington Dulles National Airport to South Carolina. During the flight, a passenger went into cardiac arrest and without hesitation Captain Ballard drew on his training, performed CPR, and continued life-saving efforts until the individual regained a pulse prior to the aircraft’s landing. By rendering aid without being called upon, and while off duty, he upheld and elevated the noble tradition of the first responder profession. His conduct is in keeping with the finest ideals of valor and reflects great credit upon himself and the United States Navy. He was presented his award by Commanding Officer of Naval Support Activity (NSA) Portsmouth Captain R. Stephen Ramsey.
| Date Taken: | 09.12.2025 |
| Date Posted: | 09.19.2025 12:31 |
| Photo ID: | 9326958 |
| VIRIN: | 250912-N-YO710-5141 |
| Resolution: | 5876x3917 |
| Size: | 3.49 MB |
| Location: | PORTSMOUTH, VIRGINIA, US |
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